Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Panasonic S3

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic S3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-800 UZ was launched 11 months prior to the S3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SP-800 UZ matches up versus the S3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") having a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Olympus SP-800 UZ versus Panasonic S3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-800 UZ vs the S3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and S3 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-800 UZ and S3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SP-800 UZ is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.